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Figure 1.21 Examination of breeding and neonatal animals. If a farmer suspects that there are health prob-
lems in breeding or neonatal animals it is important to get a good history for the entire group of animals to
allow an assessment of the extent of the problem. There are often a number of factors which cause poor
neonatal survival and/or abortion and infertility. Epidemiological information (that is, looking at the pattern
of the disease) is often more useful than collection of laboratory samples unless specific causes can be
investigated. To examine individual cases, follow the normal routine of clinical examination and collection
of a case history. There are a range of good text books available which outline the main diseases affecting
various age groups of livestock, these are referred to at the end of the chapter.

Figure 1.22 Examination of a mule. The Figure 1.23 If it is necessary to look into the mouth of equine
pulse can be taken at the submandibular species or to rasp the teeth, a gag such as the Haussman–Dunn
artery. Illustration: Louis Wood. gag (illustrated) may be required. Illustration: Louis Wood.

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